“Hold this moment in time”: First World New Paltz celebrates 50th annual graduation ceremony
Dozens of SUNY New Paltz students stood before a standing-room-only audience of family, friends and faculty members and were inducted
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Celebrating spring 2023 Outstanding Graduates
SUNY New Paltz welcomed the friends, family and faculty of exceptional graduating students at the President’s Reception for Outstanding Graduates
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Student Research Symposium 2023: 90+ students present original, thought-provoking scholarship
The SUNY New Paltz Student Research Symposium returned on Friday, May 5, as students from across academic disciplines shared outcomes
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Engineering EXPO 2023 brings 16 innovative prototypes and projects to SUNY New Paltz
More than 70 SUNY New Paltz students in mechanical, electrical and computer engineering showcased innovative capstone projects and prototypes at
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Alexis Smith named Salutatorian of SUNY New Paltz’s Class of 2023
Alexis Smith ’23 (Psychology) has been focused on achieving a career working with youth as a licensed mental health clinician
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Joanie Quinones named Valedictorian of SUNY New Paltz’s Class of 2023
When Joanie Quinones ’23 (Communication Studies-Organizational) thinks back to her first time at SUNY New Paltz, during its Accepted Students
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EOP student excellence award winner Brianna Hicks ’23 reflects on journey as student leader
Arriving at SUNY New Paltz in the fall of 2019 was something of a culture shock for Educational Opportunity Program
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Thinking about retirement? Two information sessions available in June
Are you thinking of retiring in the next few years? The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion and EAP
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As classes end, Holistic Hawks hosts series of #StressBusters
With the spring 2023 semester winding to a close, the College’s Holistic Hawks committee is offering 30 Stressbuster events from
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Annual scholarship reception celebrates students and donors during the Inauguration of President Wheeler
SUNY New Paltz Foundation scholarship recipients and their guests met with donors, alumni, faculty and Foundation Board members at the
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Graduating seniors pen letters of gratitude to New Paltz community
As a show of appreciation, 280 SUNY New Paltz graduating seniors wrote letters of gratitude to members of our faculty
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May 10: WellNYS webinar on fitting in your favorite physical activity
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things people can do to improve their health, but the challenge
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The May 2023 WellNYS challenge: Choose your favorite activity to keep fit
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for May 2023, which encourages employees to
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Tattoo Talk: Stephanie Rott ’23 (Graphic Design) curates student ink stories for graphic design thesis
For her Graphic Design senior thesis, Stephanie Rott ’23 sought to display SUNY New Paltz students’ personal graphic art
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Department of Theatre Arts joins Broadway Green Alliance
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz is now an official member of the Broadway Green Alliance (BGA)
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2024 NEH Summer Stipend applications now open: Here’s what faculty need to know
SUNY New Paltz faculty can now apply for support from the National Endowment of the Humanities (NEH) Summer Stipends program for
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Arbor Day Campus Tree Walk tour April 28
Starting at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 28, the SUNY New Paltz Tree Committee invites you on an Arbor Day-themed
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Psychology Professor Giordana Grossi publishes book tribute to groundbreaking work of late neuroscientist
Psychology Professor Giordana Grossi is co-editor of “Changing Brains: Essays on Neuroplasticity in Honor of Helen J. Neville,” published by
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Student Association Elections open now through Thursday, April 27, at noon
Attention students! Don’t forget to vote in the New Paltz Student Association elections, which includes electing the 2023-2024 Executive Board
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EOP to honor its best and brightest at 2023 XAE induction
The Educational Opportunity Program at the State University of New York New Paltz will host the 19th Annual Chi
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The impact of SUNY New Paltz: Inauguration concludes with a conversation on University and community stewardship
The Inauguration of SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler concluded on Friday, April 21, with an engaging
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SUNY New Paltz celebrates the Inauguration of ninth President Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler
NEW PALTZ – The SUNY New Paltz community celebrated the Inauguration of President Dr. Darrell P. Wheeler at an Investiture Ceremony
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The transformative power of higher education: Inauguration kicks off with celebration of student-faculty collaboration and scholarship
The Inauguration of SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler began on Wednesday, April 19, with a forum and
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Our University, Our Future: Inauguration program concludes April 21 with conversation about SUNY New Paltz’s impact in the community
SUNY New Paltz has planned three days of on-campus festivities from April 19 through April 21 to commemorate the inauguration of Dr. Darrell
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Kaitlyn Kociela Taylor practices sustainability as Costume Shop Manager
The SUNY New Paltz Mainstage Production series never stays in the same time or place for long. The recent history
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Assistant Professor Ellie Mellon’s chapter on ethics in behavioral analysis selected for World Health Day resource center
Ellie Mellon, assistant professor of teaching & learning, is co-author of a chapter that was selected for publication in Elsevier’s
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Let’s play kickball! Teams can sign up now for annual tournament on May 11
SUNY New Paltz students, faculty and staff are invited to unwind at the end of the spring 2023 semester
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The April 2023 WellNYS challenge: Stick to a budget
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for April 2023, which encourages employees to
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Associate Professor Catherine Herne recognized by American Association of Physics Teachers
SUNY New Paltz Associate Professor of Physics Catherine Herne is the 2023 recipient of the American Association of Physics Teachers
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CSEA Employees: You can apply for tuition reimbursement for 2023-24 academic year
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the New York State and CSEA Partnership’s 2023-2024 Tuition Benefits Program for eligible
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for summer 2023
The Benefits Office at SUNY New Paltz is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition Assistance Program
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Questionable Authorities concert to raise funds for the Student Crisis Fund
Questionable Authorities is hosting its annual fundraiser on April 14, 2023, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Bacchus Restaurant in New Paltz.
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Poetry and prose wanted! Students are invited to submit for Celebration of Writing Day, May 5
UPDATED with new submission deadline information. Deadline is now April 20, 2023 The annual Celebration of Writing Day at SUNY
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Mental Health Awareness Day highlights support and resources for students, March 28
The spring 2023 Mental Health Awareness Day is taking place this Tuesday, March 28. The main event is the Mental Health Fair from
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Students in Action: Young campus activists discuss their journeys in social movements at SUNY New Paltz and beyond
From the Civil Rights era of the 1960s to the social justice movements of today, SUNY New Paltz has a
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Colleagues gather at the Library to celebrate faculty authorship
A campus tradition made a happy return on Tuesday, March 7, as SUNY New Paltz faculty and staff
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Come swap children’s clothes, toys and books at the Theatre Costume Shop, March 31
After a successful exchange last December, the Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz invites the community to
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Lou Roper featured on Academic Minute discussing the early history of slavery in America
Lou Roper, professor in the Department of History and a SUNY Distinguished Professor, appeared on the March 10, 2023, episode
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Exterior work on Jacobson Faculty Tower, March 13-24
Some exterior work at Jacobsen Faculty Tower planned for March 13-24 may affect normal pedestrian routes around the building. Verizon
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So much information, so little time: Emmy award-winning news anchor Chris Hayes speaks at New Paltz about ‘Life in the Attention Age’
Award-winning news anchor for MSNBC Chris Hayes captured the attention of a sold-out crowd of campus community members during SUNY
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The March 2023 WellNYS challenge: Build a healthy plate
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for March 2023, which encourages employees to
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Students speak at undergraduate medieval and early modern studies conference
Two New Paltz students recently presented their work at the 7th Annual Hudson Valley Medieval and Early Modern Studies
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New CSEA Adult Education Basics Program: Effective Reading Skills 1
A new six-week course is available to help CSEA-represented NYS employees read and understand written materials. Participants who sign up
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Dorsky Museum announces Hudson Valley Artists 2023 Purchase Award
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the acquisition of new artwork by
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Black History Month 2023 at New Paltz: Events for students, faculty and staff
All across campus, academic departments and other units are organizing events and programs to help our community learn, reflect
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Rebecca Shaw ’22 sparks conversation on sustainable fashion with research project
Rebecca Shaw ’22 (Business) always considered herself aware of environmental issues, but it wasn’t until she studied fast fashion in
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LGBTQ+ Allies workshops in February for all campus community members
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion is hosting two sets of workshops this month for students, staff and
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Campus Food Pantry hosting an open house Feb. 8; open on weekdays thereafter
The Campus Food Pantry invites you to an Open House on Feb. 8 from 2 – 5 p.m. to learn
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Assistant Professor of Communication Lauren Mark publishes research article on media portrayal of Asian Americans
Lauren Mark, assistant professor of communication, published an article on the Asian American “model minority” myth in media titled “Dancing
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Free Income Tax Assistance available through School of Business for 2023
The SUNY New Paltz School of Business announces the return of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which provides
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Skills for Success: CSEA employees can enroll in over 80 courses and webinars for spring 2023
The NYS & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training is pleased to announce the spring 2023 Skills for Success program. These
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The February 2023 WellNYS challenge: Explore the eight wellness dimensions
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for February 2023, which encourages employees to
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University publishes fall 2022 Dean’s List
SUNY New Paltz has published the Dean’s List for the fall 2022 semester, honoring undergraduate students who excel academically and
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The January 2023 WellNYS challenge: Share an inspirational quote every day
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for January 2023, which encourages employees to
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Fall 2022 Business Plan Contest showcases student entrepreneurial spirit
A campus tradition returned as the fall 2022 semester came to a close, with both undergraduate and graduate students presenting
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History professor blogs on the 1663-84 English possession of Tangier, Morocco
Lou Roper, professor in the Department of History and a SUNY Distinguished Professor, wrote a guest blog article for Medieval
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Literacy tutoring for grades 2-12 returns: Apply now!
The Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz is now accepting applications for the spring 2023 Literacy Tutoring Program, which is
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Let’s eat! Holiday Luncheon returns to recognize and thank Classified Staff
A beloved SUNY New Paltz tradition was back in 2022, as friends and colleagues gathered for the annual Classified Staff
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Computer science seniors showcase prototypes, internship work as capstone projects
From a search engine that may be a potential rival to Google to a student database for school districts,
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“The richness of multiculturalism”: New Paltz celebrates international programs at end-of-year festival
Year after year, SUNY New Paltz welcomes hundreds of international students from all over the world, and each semester the
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Celebrating fall 2022 Outstanding Graduates
SUNY New Paltz welcomed the friends, family and faculty of exceptional graduating students for the Outstanding Graduates Ceremony on Wednesday,
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Tim Publik ’22 (Marketing) shares study abroad experience in South Korea
For lifelong New Yorker Tim Publik ’22, SUNY New Paltz’s study abroad program fulfilled a teenaged aspiration. “I knew
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Faculty Governance will hold last meeting of fall 2022 semester on Dec. 13
The following message was sent to faculty and staff on Dec. 9 Dear colleagues, The end of the fall 2022
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Holistic Hawks hosts series of #StressBusters to mark the end of the fall 2022 semester
With the fall 2022 semester winding to a close, the College’s Holistic Hawks committee is offering 20 Stressbuster events from
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Three generations of volunteerism made the Friends of the Sojourner Truth Library’s book sale a family affair
The Friends of the Sojourner Truth Library held their first full-scale book sale in more than two years during the
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Children’s clothes, toys and book swap at the Theatre Costume Shop, Dec. 13
The Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz invites the community to add some sustainability to their holiday
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Business Professor Chih-Yang Tsai proposes supply chain solution to The Engineering Economist
Business Professor Chih-Yang Tsai publishes a possible solution to supply chain disruption in the latest issue of The Engineering Economist, an
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Without Limits roundtable convenes to discuss history of gender oppressions, and ways to create change
At a moment in time when feminist activism is coinciding with racial and LGBTQ+ movements, a College of Liberal
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Center for International Programs represented at regional conference
Cindy Cullen, director of International Student Services, and Study Abroad Advisor Catherine Collado presented at NAFSA: Association of International Educators
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A celebration for Disability Resource Director Jean Vizvary’s retirement, Nov. 30
This invitation was originally sent to faculty and staff via email on Nov. 21. Please save the date, next Wednesday,
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Returning next year: The President’s Award and Chancellor’s Awards for Student Excellence
SUNY New Paltz announces the 2023 return of the President’s Award along with the Chancellor’s Awards for Student Excellence, which
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Metal Program Director Myra Mimlitsch-Gray delivers lecture at Yale Art Gallery symposium
Art Professor and Metal Program Director Myra Mimlitsch-Gray was invited to present at a Yale University Art Gallery fall
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Renewable energy researcher visits New Paltz for Harrington STEM Lecture
For the final fall 2022 Harrington STEM Lecture on Nov. 15, New Paltz welcomed another member of the SUNY
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Nov. 19 & 20: “Frog & Toad” take the stage in Theatre Arts thesis by Senior Katie Gudzik ’22
Years of learning about hitting marks, lighting cues and librettos have led Katie Gudzik ’22 (Theater Arts)’s Honors Program
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Dining Services hours of operation for Thanksgiving week
The following message was sent to all students, faculty and staff via email on Nov. 16 Dear Campus Community, Dining
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Remembering the sacrifice: Annual Veteran’s Day Celebration salutes campus veteran and military community
Students, faculty, alumni and staff came together to toast those who have served and continue to serve in the U.S.
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Education alumni return to their alma mater to share strategies for teaching climate solutions
SUNY New Paltz convened a panel of six local Hudson Valley K-12 teachers, five of whom are New Paltz School
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PitchFest puts local startups to the test with rapid entrepreneurial showcase
Designed to connect investors with entrepreneurs and business owners, the Hudson Valley Venture Hub at SUNY New Paltz bridges
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Ottaway Visiting Professor Sarah Carr addresses the impact of COVID-19 on K-12 education
Sarah Carr, the award-winning education journalist, and the 2022 James H. Ottaway Sr. Visiting Professor of Journalism at SUNY New
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Democracy Matters president helps students get involved and cast their votes in 2022 elections
Led by its president and co-founder, Miles Palminteri ’23 (International Relations), the SUNY New Paltz chapter of Democracy Matters is
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Employee tuition assistance program now open for winter 2022-23 and spring 2023
The Benefits Office at SUNY New Paltz is now accepting employee tuition assistance applications under the SUNY Tuition Assistance Program
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“One desire led to an entire career”: Gabrielle Euvino ’86 shares how studying abroad shaped career pursuits
Studying abroad in Italy for two years solidified what Gabrielle Euvino ’86 (Italian Language & Literature) wanted to do
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EOP holiday tradition of supporting local children returns to campus
Once again, as the holiday season approaches, the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at SUNY New Paltz and its national honor
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The November 2022 WellNYS challenge: Plan positive for tomorrow
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for November 2022, which encourages employees to
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SUNY New Paltz is one of nation’s greenest colleges, says Princeton Review
SUNY New Paltz is once again listed among the most environmentally responsible colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada,
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Nov. 2: WellNYS webinar on the benefits of practicing positivity
Did you know that spending just five minutes a day practicing positivity can help boost your mood, build resilience, experience
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Mentorship at New Paltz led Jamie Woych ’18 to recent cover of Science Magazine
Just a few years past graduation, SUNY New Paltz alumna Jamie Woych ’18 (Biochemistry) has achieved a major career milestone:
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Humor has the power to unite: Distinguished Speaker Liza Donnelly talks cartooning in dark times
Award-winning cartoonist and writer for The New Yorker Liza Donnelly gave a rousing talk on the unifying power of editorial
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Dorsky Museum announces Hudson Valley Artists 2022 Purchase Award
The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce that it will be acquiring new artwork
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Harrington STEM Lecture makes the connection between income levels and health outcomes
The fall 2022 Harrington STEM Lecture brought out Shannon L. LaDeau, disease ecologist at Millbrook, New York’s Cary Institute of
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The October 2022 WellNYS challenge: Make informed health decisions
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for October 2022, which encourages you to learn
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“What can I do with a philosophy major?”: Oct. 14 panel brings successful alumni back to campus
The Department of Philosophy will host an Alumni Panel on Friday, Oct. 14, from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. in the
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College records major energy use decreases in 2021-22, saving more than $300,000
SUNY New Paltz’s Carbon Neutrality / Decarbonization Task Force is pleased to announce significant reductions in the campus’s energy
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Literacy Center offering a complimentary online K-12 assessment in December
The Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz is sponsoring a complimentary online Literacy Assessment Clinic for students in grades 2
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Ottaway Visiting Professor Sarah Carr discusses importance of lifting voices in education journalism at introductory Q&A
Sarah Carr, the fall 2022 Ottaway Visiting Professor of Journalism at SUNY New Paltz, offered insight into the need for elevating children
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Odell Winfield talk on library services includes full-circle moment honoring late Black Studies professor’s legacy
This year’s Dennis O’Keefe Lecture at SUNY New Paltz paid tribute to a beloved, late Black Studies professor who helped
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Call for donations to support Hurricane Fiona relief
Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 20, in line with the fifth annviersary of Hurricane Maria, there will be a donation box
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“She followed the blueprint”: Alumna Ciara Devlin ’22 shows how networking led her to prestigious accounting firm
It was a full-circle moment when Ciara Devlin ’22 (Accounting; Finance) spoke to a group of students in SUNY New
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Education major working with Department of Teaching & Learning to create trans education resource library
After meeting with transgender and nonbinary students on campus last year, Vanessa Grisales ’23 (Childhood Education; History) wanted to
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Attention CSEA Employees: You can apply for tuition reimbursement for 2022-23 academic year
SUNY New Paltz is pleased to announce the New York State and CSEA Partnership’s 2022-2023 Tuition Benefits Program for eligible
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